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Best Fighting games of 2011

The 8 best Fighting games released in 2011, ranked from 831 critic and player ratings.

The best Fighting game of 2011 is Mortal Kombat (2011), with a critic score of 85/100 — updated November 2026.

How this ranking is built
  • Games are ranked on the aggregated critic score out of 100 imported from IGDB and Metacritic, never on Tier's own grades.
  • A game only enters the ranking with at least 30 external ratings, so a single enthusiastic review never outranks a proven classic.
  • Each game is ranked in one genre only, the one that defines it best, so the same title never tops two different genre charts.
  • Community grades from F to S are shown next to every game, and only stated as a fact above 5 Tier ratings.
  • Release window covered: 2011.
  • 8 games are listed on this page, carrying 831 ratings between them.
  • Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 13 November 2026.

Top 8

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01 Mortal Kombat (2011) Mortal Kombat (2011) 2011 · 460 ratings Mortal Kombat is a 2011 fighting game developed by NetherRealm Studios. It is the ninth main installment in the Mortal Kombat franchise and a soft reboot of the series. Although beginning during the events of Mortal Kombat: Armageddon, the plot retroactively revisits the earliest period in the Mortal Kombat series: the events of the first three games. The storyline follows Raiden, the divine protector of Earth, as he attempts to change the outcome of the Armageddon events by contacting his past self. 85 /100
02 Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds 2011 · 40 ratings Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds is a crossover fighting game developed by Capcom in collaboration with Eighting. The game features characters from both Capcom's video game franchises and comic book series published by Marvel Comics. It was released for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 consoles in February 2011. It is the fifth installment of the Marvel vs. Capcom franchise and the first to use three-dimensional character models instead of sprites. In Marvel vs. Capcom 3, players select a team of three characters to engage in combat and attempt to knock out their opponents. It features similar tag team game mechanics to earlier games in the series, along with new methods of play designed to make the game more accessible to new players. The game was produced by Ryota Niitsuma, who had previously worked on Tatsunoko vs. Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars, which utilizes the same simplified three-button attack system. The game received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its gameplay and character roster, while criticizing its online component and lack of features and game modes. More than 2 million units were shipped worldwide a month after its debut, rendering it a commercial success. Less than a year after its release, Capcom announced an updated version of the game, titled Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3. The standalone update was released in November 2011, and featured additional characters, stages, and gameplay tweaks. 88 /100
03 Fight Night Champion Fight Night Champion 2011 · 45 ratings Fight Night Champion is a boxing video game developed by EA Canada and published by EA Sports. It is the fifth entry in the Fight Night series and was released on March 1, 2011 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The game takes a drastic turn from its predecessors, depicting a "grittier", "darker" setting with animations and player damage that "truly conveys the brutality of the sport of boxing." 83 /100
04 Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 2011 · 128 ratings · finished by 10% Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 is a crossover fighting game developed by Capcom in collaboration with Eighting. It is an updated version of Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds. The game features characters from both Capcom's video game franchises and comic book series published by Marvel Comics. The game was released in November 2011 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, and was featured as a launch title for the PlayStation Vita in 2012. In Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, players select a team of three characters to engage in combat and attempt to knock out their opponents. As an update, the game utilizes largely identical gameplay mechanics to the original. However, both the aerial combat and X-Factor systems, introduced in Fate of Two Worlds, have received adjustments. In addition to gameplay modifications and new playable characters, the game features several aesthetic changes. After the events of the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami disrupted the development schedule for downloadable content for Fate of Two Worlds, the additional content was created into a standalone title, Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, for a discounted retail price. The game received generally positive reviews upon release; critics praised the expanded character roster and improved online experience, but criticized the lack of new features and game modes. 77 /100
05 WWE '12 WWE '12 2011 · 41 ratings WWE ’12 reinvents the series with smoother animations, deeper match flow, and a new Breaking Point submission system that changes how victories are earned. It also expands customization by letting you design your wrestler’s entrance and the arena they step into, then take your created stars through a long-form Road to Wrestlemania. The game includes an expanded roster featuring current WWE favorites alongside player-created Superstars with custom entrances, finishing moves, and storylines. Its main campaign spans 18 months of WWE programming and culminates in two WrestleMania championships. 75 /100
06 Dissidia 012: Final Fantasy Dissidia 012: Final Fantasy 2011 · 38 ratings "DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY is the blockbuster follow-up to the smash hit DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY, offering a winning mix of Beat ‘Em Up action and RPG depth, starring the most memorable heroes and villains from the worlds of the FINAL FANTASY series. The title refers to the ‘12th battle’ (duodecim means 12 in Latin), a new war between Cosmos and Chaos, that forms the basis of the story. This war will require new allies both good and evil to join the battle. DISSIDIA 012[duodecim] FINAL FANTASY also adds new game modes, story missions, items, alternate costumes and combat features, expanding upon the action and excitement of DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY in every way. Get ready for the return of the ultimate portable fighting experience." 75 /100
07 WWE All Stars WWE All Stars 2011 · 31 ratings In WWE All Stars, icons past and present collide to produce piledriving arcade action that up to four players can be a part of. Choose to grapple with greats of yesteryear like Hulk Hogan, “Macho Man” Randy Savage and Ultimate Warrior, or bring modern moves to the squared circle with stars of today such as Big Show, Triple H and John Cena. 63 /100
08 Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi 2011 · 48 ratings Kamehameha! Prepare to dive into the world of Dragon Ball Z with Earth-shaking combat, a massive character selection, faithful manga-style graphics, and exciting new features in Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi! Delivering an explosive DBZ fighting experience, this game features upgraded environmental and character graphics, with designs drawn from the original manga series. Destructible battlefields, including massive craters and ki blasts cutting across the sky deliver a more dynamic experience and immediate sense of urgency to the exhilarating fights. An enhanced story mode drops players into the rich Dragon Ball Z universe, filled with beloved characters and powerful enemies. An accessible battle system allows gamers of all ages to hold their own in fast-paced battles, while still retaining tactical depth for hardcore fans. 56 /100
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best Fighting game of 2011?

Mortal Kombat (2011) currently tops the ranking with a score of 85/100 across 460 ratings. Ranking updated November 2026.

How is this ranking built?

Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.